Billy Crook
Little Rock
Summary
Professional painter with decades in the industry.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter
D & N Construction
Vilonia
09.2018 - Current
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming for paint application.
- Applied various types of paint using brushes, rollers, and sprayers.
- Ensured proper ventilation and safety measures while working in various environments.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition for optimal performance.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
Painter
Beard and Breeding Painting
Little Rock
04.2012 - 08.2018
- Washed and treated surfaces with oil, turpentine or other preparations.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Ensured proper ventilation while using solvents or oil-based paints.
- Provided expert advice on the best products to use for various jobs.
Education
Joe T. Robinson High School
Little Rock, ARSkills
- Surface preparation
- Paint application
- Tool maintenance
- Color consultation
Timeline
Painter
D & N Construction
09.2018 - Current
Painter
Beard and Breeding Painting
04.2012 - 08.2018
Joe T. Robinson High School